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How Often to Check Your Kidneys
A practical guide to how often kidney function should be tested, by risk.
Last updated: 24/9/2026
How often you should check your kidneys depends on your risk factors.
A practical guide
- ✓Yearly with diabetes or high blood pressure
- ✓More often if results are abnormal
- ✓As part of routine checkups for others
Frequently Asked Questions
Do healthy people need kidney tests?
Not routinely, but anyone with risk factors should be screened yearly.
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This page is for general education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified doctor about your specific condition.